2025-2026 Surry Community College Catalog 
    
    May 17, 2025  
2025-2026 Surry Community College Catalog

Production Welder Fast-Track Workforce Certificate


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* This Fast-Track Workforce Certificate may be earned in eight weeks.

This Production Welder Certificate provides instruction on the principles and practices of welding. Upon completion, students should be able to:

  • Demonstrate the ability to select appropriate tools, welding supplies, and equipment
  • Apply safe working practices as defined by OSHA for clothing, eye protection, hand tools, power equipment, ventilation handling, storage, and disposal of scrap metal
  • Demonstrate an understanding of multiple welding techniques.

After needs were assessed with employers and our local business and industry, certain skills were deemed essential for all applicants entering the local workforce. Core skills include Health and Safety (OSHA 10), Continuous Improvement (Lean Six Sigma), Human Resources Development (HRD), and Basic Computer Skills. Completion of these skills provides potential employee candidates a strong background in workplace culture that consists of a safe working environment, an understanding of efficient processes and practices, recognizing how to become a better team player, and understanding different leadership styles within an organization.

Students will earn the following industry-recognized credentials: OSHA 10, DiSC, Lean Six Sigma (Yellow Belt), Employability Skills and Career Readiness.

Employment Opportunities

Upon completion of this course, individuals should be able to apply for entry-level positions in the welding field.

Production Welder Fast-Track Workforce Certificate Course


Financial Aid Opportunities Available


Financial aid is available to eligible students: https://surry.edu/paying-for-college/financial-aid/
Contact: financialaid@surry.edu or (336) 386-3341 for more information.

Virginia residents pay the same rate as in-state students.

Internship and Employment Information


The program includes 20+ hours of jobsite training. Upon successfully completing the workforce certificate and employer entry requirements, students will be placed with employers for immediate employment.
Contact: Rachel Wilson, Director of Work-based Learning and Apprenticeship Initiatives, hiattr@surry.edu, (336) 386-3291

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